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3 Center Check In

by Richard Van der Vieren

Rated
5
Type
guided
Activity
Meditation
Suitable for
Everyone
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A quick, little guided meditation you can use to center yourself. Perfect to do right before the children’s evening routine (cough chaos cough), but pretty effective for those "I-might-need-a-paper-bag" moments at work too.

MeditationCenteringStress ReliefBody ScanFocusHeartRelaxationEmotional ObservationBreathingMindfulnessTension ReleaseEmotional State ObservationMind ClearingLight VisualizationsVisualizations

Transcript

Hello,

Welcome to today's meditation.

Thank you for taking a moment to reset your day with me.

Find a comfortable position whether sitting or lying down.

Close your eyes and breathe deeply and slowly through your nose.

As you exhale through your mouth,

Release all tension and stress.

Feel free to continue breathing deeply and slowly throughout this meditation.

First focus point,

The head.

Shift your attention to your head.

Observe your thoughts without trying to change them.

Let them come.

Notice whether your thoughts are busy or calm,

Positive or negative.

Watch the activity in your mind without judging.

As you breathe,

Imagine a soft soothing light filling your head.

With each inhalation,

This light helps you quiet your thoughts,

Making your mind clearer and more focused.

As you exhale,

Let go of any negative or unhelpful thoughts,

Creating space for clarity and tranquility.

Now move your attention to your heart.

Take some time to become aware of the emotions you're experiencing at this moment.

Are you feeling happy,

Sad,

Anxious or peaceful?

Whatever emotions you're experiencing,

Observe them without judgment.

As you continue to breathe,

Imagine a comforting light surrounding your heart.

With each inhalation,

This light expands,

Bringing warmth and love to your heart.

As you exhale,

Allow any unwanted emotions or feelings to dissolve,

Making room for peace and calm.

Lastly,

Turn the spotlight onto your physical body.

Begin by noticing your posture and how your body feels at this very moment.

Are there any areas of tension or pain?

Take some time to scan your body from head to toe.

As you breathe,

Envision a warm relaxing light entering your body.

With each inhalation,

As you exhale,

Imagine this light releasing tension and bringing relaxation to any area that needs it.

Your body relaxes more and more with each breath.

Take a moment to observe the connection between your head,

Heart.

Let your breathing continue to guide you,

Bringing balance and harmony to all three centers.

Slowly start to bring your attention back to your surroundings.

As you prepare to conclude this meditation,

Take one last deep breath,

Inhaling peace and balance and exhaling any remaining tension.

Slowly open your eyes and return to your day.

Thanks for taking the time to check in with me.

Meet your Teacher

Richard Van der VierenCape Town, South Africa

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